Magic Johnson to Launch TV Network

By Marvin Vasquez

Magic Johnson (right), seen here with Pat Riley, is launching a TV network.

(Credit: Al Diaz/Miami Herald/MCT)

Former basketball star Magic Johnson is ready to launch a TV network via Comcast. According to the Los Angeles Times, the cable channel, Aspire, will focus on what Magic Johnson called positive, uplifting images of African Americans and will offer opportunities for black people in the entertainment industry.